Looking for homemade edible gift ideas? 3-ingredient Raffaello coconut balls make the perfect gift for your loved ones. They are no bake & ready in 15 minutes!
Hmmm …. These homemade Raffaello coconut balls …. Guys, these are the best sweet treats ever! And they are so easy to make! Like totally easy.
By the way, is there someone out there who doesn’t actually love Ferrero Raffaello candy balls? Did you know that making these coconut balls from scratch is not only easy but fast as well? Yes. Only 15 minutes and you are done!
You can also make these with kids. They will love making them with you! It’s a fast dessert to make so they won’t get bored and even though it can get a bit messy, they will get to lick their coconut covered fingers! I am sure they would love it.
Now you may or may not know that I love easy to make desserts. And you know what I love even more? Easy no bake desserts with few ingredients! Like these Raffaello balls, homemade chocolate truffles or tiramisu dessert dip.
Do you make no bake desserts a lot? If yes, what is your favorite one to make?
Oh, and like I’ve mentioned in the beginning: These coconut balls make a perfect homemade edible gift. Birthday, Christmas, Mother’s day, Father’s day – they are perfect for any occasion. Just wrap them nicely and you have a wonderful personalized gift ready! Isn’t it great?
How to make Raffaello Coconut Balls
Here are the three ingredients: coconut, hazelnuts and condensed milk. Desiccated coconut and condensed milk cannot be substitute for anything else.
As for the hazelnuts: We all know that the shop bought Raffaello coconut balls have almonds inside. So you can use almonds to be authentic. I am using hazelnuts because they have nice round shape which means rolling the balls is easier. I also prefer hazelnuts here to almonds.
Coconut and condensed milk are combined together. This takes less than a minute. Now all you have to do is take a nut and cover it with the coconut mixture. It will be sticky but that’s how it should be so no panic. At last coat each ball in some extra coconut. This will give the balls perfect look and stop them from being sticky.
TIP: If you feel like the mixture is too dry, add more condensed milk. If it’s too thin, add shredded coconut. I suggest trying to roll one or two balls to see.
The mixture is sticky and you might feel like it’s sticking to your hands rather than to the nut. The important thing is to press the mixture with hazelnut a few times before rolling it into a ball. Also, you can coat your hands with some coconut to reduce the sticking a bit.
How to store these homemade Raffaello balls?
For best results store them in your fridge for at least 15 minutes before serving.
I like to store them in an air-tight container or a Ziploc bag in the fridge. That way they are always firm before serving. They will last for several days this way.
Want to see how to make Raffaello Coconut Balls? Watch the video!
You see? Easy-peasy! If you like easy homemade desserts, you will love this recipe! If you give it a go, let me know. I would like to hear from you.
3-Ingredient Raffaello Coconut Balls
Ingredients
- 1½ cup Desiccated Coconut (135 grams)
- ½ cup Condensed Milk (160 ml)
- ⅛ cup About 15 Hazelnuts or Almonds
Instructions
- Mix 1 cup coconut and condensed milk together until combined.
- Coat a hazelnut in this mixture and roll into a ball. Continue until you have used all the mixture.
- Roll each ball in the remaining coconut and chill in the fridge before serving.
- Enjoy!
Tara says
How fun! My kids would absolutely love making these. They sound incredible with that condensed milk and coconut coating.
Julia | Happy Foods Tube says
Yes, it’s a great baking project for kids! They will definitely love making these!
Luci's Morsels says
These look delicious and only three ingredients, yes! I m going to have to try these for sure. Thank you for sharing.
Julia | Happy Foods Tube says
Let me know what you think! :)
Jenny says
Wow! I have to try to make it already for occasion.its good idea..kids would love it so much..i love it..thanks a lot for sharing this recipe..
Julia | Happy Foods Tube says
You are welcome!
sue theviewfromgreatisland says
The perfect healthy treat for Easter!
Erren says
These are such a cute little treat and homemade is the best way to go! Only 3 ingredients too, fabulous!
Julia | Happy Foods Tube says
Thanks, Erren! :)
Jenn says
These might just be on my afternoon to-do list! They sound delicious!
Julia | Happy Foods Tube says
Thanks, Jenn!
Jennifer @ Show Me the Yummy says
I. WANT. No… I NEED these!!
Julia | Happy Foods Tube says
:) There is one simple solution to this: MAKE these! :) :)
Adina says
My step-grandmother used to make these Raffaellos when I was little, they were my favorite dessert… I haven’t had any in more than 20 years, I should make them myself.
Julia | Happy Foods Tube says
You definitely should :)!
Yaa Aidoo says
How can I make the coconut my self. Can’t find any at the stores
Julia | Happy Foods Tube says
I am afraid I won’t be able to help you here. I always buy shredded coconut from a shop.
Mary says
Melt some chocolate chips or chocolate candy coating and dip them too.
Julia | Happy Foods Tube says
Yes, that’s an option as well :)
Mickey Conley says
Looks so delectable. I might be looking right at it but do you use unsweetened coconut and unsweetened condensed milk?
Julia | Happy Foods Tube says
Hi Mickey. Sorry about the confusion. I used unsweetened coconut and sweetened condensed milk :)
Kristin says
I wonder if the mixture would stick to chocolate covered almonds?
Julia | Happy Foods Tube says
Kristin, I think it should work :) Like the idea of using almonds covered in chocolate! If you give it a go, please let me know!
Joe says
These are missing two key ingredients in authentic rafaello which are white chocolate and the wafer crust inside the ball. Other than that they look good and easy to make.
Julia | Happy Foods Tube says
Hey Joe. Yes, you are right. These Rafaello balls are just a simplified version of the original. It would be pretty challenging to make the wafer crust at home. But if you have any ideas, let me know and I will give it a try :)!
Hawa says
Hi. If I use the almonds instead of hazelnuts. Should they be peeled and toasted.
Julia | Happy Foods Tube says
Hi Hawa, it will depend on your preference – I would personally use the peeled ones without toasting them. Hope this helps.
Jammie Bebout says
These look delicious! Can’t wait to try. I have a question, though. I know this says this recipe makes 14 coconut balls and that there are 96 calories per serving, but what constitutes a serving? Is it one coconut ball?
Julia | Happy Foods Tube says
Hi Jammie. Yes, the calorie count is per 1 ball.